If you're into Mexican-style popsicles (paletas) with a creative twist, this spot in downtown San Jose is honestly one of the more unique dessert places around. Clean, colorful, and modern storefront Friendly, laid-back service Feels like a trendy dessert stop but still rooted in traditional Mexican flavors. Highly recommend the orange cream horchata paleta. read more

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Delicious artisan paletas available in several flavors. Either that or you can get the classic scoops. They have a fun unique selection. Spacious space themed interior that's fun! Before they were available at food markets but I'm so glad they have a physical store now. That way I can get them more on the regular! Brick and motar location directly in Downtown San Jose on the corner across from city hall. Parking might be challenging depending on when you go. If you're planning on staying in the area for a while, there is a $10 flat parking lot around the block. Otherwise there's 2 hour parking garages or if you get lucky finding somewhere on the street. read more

Paleta Planeta - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

LOVE themed restaurants, cafes, and businesses and Paleta Planeta is no different. On a warmer afternoon, there were a couple customers inside and I think only 1 staff working, but he was welcoming, friendly, and answered all of our questions. The space theme is great here with the astronaut statue and moon, the art on the walls, photo ops, etc. I am a large child so I got the chicle paleta which is their bubble gum flavor. Nice and creamy smooth popsicle that isn't icy at all. Delicious dessert spot. read more

I've been to this place twice. Giving it another shot. Good concept and great flavors but it's average. For me,It's not crave able. I'm sure it's great during the summertime. It's a big space with seating,no lines, cashier was helpful and gave us some samples to taste. read more

Paleta Planeta - Unique paletas ( popsicles) sorry are fruit and cream based. - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

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I live downtown and have passed by this spot for a while! So glad I stopped in. Really clean and cool decor. Lots of seating and friendly staff. The Cookie Monster ice cream was sooo good and pricing isn't bad for a little treat. Will def come back. I love how the my have such a variety of options like classics and unique flavors. read more

Paleta Planeta - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

This place had been on my list for a while and i After trying it its moved to my list of places to go back to. You can choose between paleta or ice cream. The staff recommended the Cookie Monster paleta which was amazing! 10/10 for presentation and an extra 10 for flavor the inside of the place is cool. It's got a space theme going on. My only complaint is limited parking so I had to park in the garage down the street. This place is worth a visit I would totally recommend. read more

Paleta Planeta - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

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I have been wanting to check out Paleta Planeta for the longest time and finally got a chance to on a Sunday around 8:45pm! Located in downtown SJ and there is a parking garage right across the street. It was not too busy when we arrived. Limited indoor seating. They sell ice cream scoops and paletas (Mexican popsicles) with very unique flavors. The staff said the Cookie Monster paleta is the most popular, so I ordered that with a half chocolate dip. The ice cream was very creamy and sweet! I liked how there was a whole Oreo and cookie inside the paleta - messy but delicious. Satisfied my sweet tooth for the night. Very friendly staff. I wish the store didn't close so early (9pm). I'll definitely be returning! read more

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Today my friend and I were exploring downtown San Jose and decided to look up the best ice cream spots in the area. Paleta Planeta popped up as one of the top-rated places, so we had to check it out -- and it definitely lived up to the hype! Right when we walked in, we were impressed by how clean and inviting the shop was. The space-themed décor -- complete with an astronaut, LED lighting, and colorful wall art -- really gives the place a fun "outer space" vibe. When it came time to order, it was tough to choose because every flavor looked amazing. I went with the Fruity Pebbles, because really, how can you go wrong with that? It was like having breakfast in a bowl! The first bite immediately reminded me of that sweet, creamy flavor you get from the last few sips of milk in a bowl of Fruity Pebbles -- exactly what I was hoping for. They also have plenty of non-dairy and vegan options, which is a big plus. Shoutout to Mauricio, the owner, for his friendly energy and great customer service. He was super welcoming and let us try a few samples before deciding. If you're ever in the San Jose area, definitely give Paleta Planeta a visit. You won't regret it -- ¡Provecho! read more

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Absolutely obsessed. Parking on the street pretty readily available free on Sundays. Right across the street from City Hall on the corner of fourth Street in Santa Clara St. Definitely the more fun part of downtown San Jose. Ordered: Kiwi strawberry mango Paleta Berries and cream Paleta Ube, Coco Horchata Paleta Chocolate ice cream Banana Horchata Paleta All of the platelets were absolutely delicious and fresh. The service here is really amazing. Everybody's super sweet and they say hi and bye to you when you come in and leave. In celebration of the name, they have a completely space atmosphere with astronauts and lots of fun opportunities to take pictures here. This is my new go to ice cream spot. When I'm feeling like a frozen tree, this is absolutely where I go. 100% recommend without a doubt. read more

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I absolutely loved this place! The paletas were super yummy and there is so much seating.i thought the theme was really cute. Definitely coming back if I'm ever in the area again. read more

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4.7: Cafe oreo. Coffee base, with oreo and sliced almonds. Excellent. 3.8: Cafe Biscoff. Not as good as regular biscoff. 3.0: Gansito: with strawberry mix-in. 2.0: Cinnamon Toast Crunch. The cereal mix-in is rubbery. read more

Paleta Planeta - Biscoff. $5. - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Perfect little ice cream shop in downtown SJ. You can get a popsicle (paleta) and scooped ice cream. They offer toppings and drizzles to anything you order. I got a horchata popsicle and berries and cream. Both were so good! The horchata didn't overpower with cinnamon and the berries was a good combo between tangy and creamy. The texture of their paletas were perfect! Not too icy and not too soft. Will definitely come back! read more

Paleta Planeta - Berries and cream / Horchata - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Greeted when we entered by their friendly staff who welcomed us and let us know how it worked. Even offered samples of the gelatos without asking. We ordered a mango limon popsicle with chamoy and tajin and the banana n brownie gelato. Both were good! The paleta delicious! There are plenty of places to sit and enjoy your dessert. The shop was clean and spacious. read more

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My second time back and I had the Mango Melon paleta without toppings. It was so fresh that it tasted like I was biting into the fruit. My kid had a mix of the Mazapan ice cream and fresa sorbet. He had never had Mazapan (the candy) but my husband said it tasted just like it while being smooth and creamy. The service was super friendly and we even had a nice conversation about my pitch for vegan Horchata options. On a Friday afternoon, they had a steady stream of customers but plenty of seating inside with music playing. read more

Paleta Planeta - Their mascot, the Astronauta! - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Went back again on a Sunday--It was hot so we expected them to be busy but were pleasantly surprised to find no line. My friend and I ordered fruit-based paletas and were super pleased with the selection and overall flavor. This corner business is the perfect place to hang out and watch the cruisers drive by--i love that the staff is so friendly and gives great recommendations. read more

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Paleta Planeta is a great place to grab a quick dessert on a hot day. I really liked the cookie monster flavor and would definitely get this again. They have plenty of more traditional paleta flavors incorporating various fruits as well. The theme inside is great and I'll be back. read more

First time at this place after driving by a couple of times and seeing it on IG and so glad we stopped in! There was no line when we walked in so we were helped quickly by the gentleman at the counter. The decor was so cute inside, I totally dig it. I got a mango tajin paleta and my husband got cookies and cream. best Paleta I've had in awhile! 10-10 recommend! read more

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Was in the mood for ice cream and stumbled upon this place as I was biking around the city, so I decided to pop in and get a scoop. The service was alright, and they let me try samples of both the honey lavender and another flavor that I don't fully recall but remembered was good. It's somewhat rare to find honey lavender so it was a nice surprise, and a lot of the other flavors looked good as well. I also liked the ambiance of the place, which gives it a family friendly space vibe that matches with its name. There weren't that many people that were there due to the time that I had gone in, but there is also a decent amount of seating which would probably make this place good for studying if there was working wifi (there might be but I haven't checked). Overall, it was a nice experience and I would be willing to return to try out the other flavors. read more

Paleta Planeta - Honey Lavender - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Wow, just wow! I was transported to Mexico. these amazing popsicles are the best I've had in the Bay Area. The originality of flavor, presentation, and customer care is outstanding. Make sure you try this spot for popsicles & ice-cream because it's out of this planet. Really love that it is at the heart of SJ and the space vibe. Which by the way is every little girl's dream to make it to the moon one day! read more

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My cousins and I have been excited to check out this place and glad we finally did! So many flavors, I wish I got to try more of the fruit flavored paletas they had! I wasn't the biggest fan of my Ube Coco Horchata but I think it's just a me preference haha Street parking is the only option (which was readily available on Sunday) and the shop did not have a restroom. Besides that, staff was welcoming and there were enough tables and chairs to accommodate all the families coming in. Fun decorations and disco ball space decor, I will be back more during the summer to support the business! read more

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Yay for a legit ice cream spot in DTSJ! I recently visited Planeta Paleta, and I'm blown away by the experience! They offer an incredible selection of paletas in unique and classic flavors that are both refreshing and delicious. From tropical fruit to rich chocolate and everything in between, there's something for everyone here. The ingredients taste fresh and natural, and it's clear they put a lot of thought into creating quality treats. My favorite part of this spot is the variety of toppings. I got the ube & Oreo paleta with a condensed milk drizzle! Yum! The staff is friendly and welcoming, and the atmosphere is fun and vibrant. Highly recommend for anyone craving a delicious dessert - Planeta Paleta is a must-try! read more

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Pizza planeta is the best place to get ice cream and listen to good music. Their crew member Byron is an amazing guy that help me understand the prices. read more

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Awesome lineup of paleta flavors. I tried the Cookie Monster Oreo and the mango horchata. Both were not too sweet, though the mango horchata definitely had more spice flavor compared to mango. If you add the drizzles, you're looking at $6/paleta. It's worth it if you go for the unique flavors and the space decor is pretty nice. read more

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Mexican × Space × Ice cream!! The ice cream here is so colorful and unique! Everything looks so good :) Mexican Street Corn: It had a refreshing lemony flavor. Campfire: This was a secret menu item I found on social media. I loved the marshmallow and ice cream combo. Definitely want to come back! read more

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First time here. Saw this place on YouTube. Employees are friendly and patient. Prices aren't bad. Ambiance has a space theme. Which is cool. I got the Reeces cup bar, half dipped in chocolate and Nutella drizzle. Wife got Ube Horchata with condensed milk drizzle. Both really good. They offer all types of drizzle and topping options. I'll come back. read more

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Been wanting to try this spot ever since it opened and it was well worth it! I came around lunch time and there was no one else inside. Inside is super clean and cute. I tried the cookie monster paleta which has an oreo and chocolate chip cookie inside. It was so good! I believe it was around $5 as well. They have a variety of sweet and fruity flavors. Staff was helpful too! read more

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I'm so glad Paleta Planeta now has a brick and mortar, and the location is easily accessible as well. The interior is fun and definitely decorated to the space theme--lots of astronauts and galaxy vibes. There were a few pieces of decor (like a giant hanging paleta) that the children inside really flocked to. It would be a fun photo op as well, if you're into that kind of thing. They had a large selection of paletas and various ice creams (I didn't check out that area), as well as a menu that includes some savory items. My main gripe is how disorganized the interior setup is--you're supposed to enter the payment line/queue straight from the door, but all the flavors are on the sides of the registers, and not posted anywhere on the hanging menu. This caused a crowd of mass confusion, as people would (understandably) flock to the flavor selection and consequently order there, technically cutting in front of those waiting in line to order and pay. My group got three flavors of paletas: Strawberry Horchata - fantastic and recommended by the employee Ube Brownie - my favorite, though a bit TOO studded with brownie chunks for my taste. The textures were great though Pepino Chile - not my vibe, but my friend enjoyed it read more

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The Sharks just got it handed to them (in the worst way possible, let's be honest), and I'm left with a void. A void that can only be filled by two things: 1) the comforting aroma of Smoking Pig BBQ's full menu, and 2) a sugar rush of epic proportions. After my meal I followed my sweet tooth and here I landed at a fellow Sharks supporter! (Clearly, we all need something to cheer us up after those games.) And let me tell you, this place? Bomb.com is an understatement. I had the pleasure of meeting Luis, one of the owners, and it's always a good sign when the boss is on the floor. The Sandia Popsicle? Forget about it. It was like a watermelon fiesta in my mouth. My friend, meanwhile, attacked his ice cream like it was the last scoop on Earth. Normally, he leaves me a little something to 'taste test' (aka, devour). Not this time. He polished that thing off, leaving me nothing but a jealous stare while blinking Blankley in shock. The vibe of this place is pure DTSJ. Seriously, it's like a trendy candy sprinkle shower of the Latino community. And speaking of the Latino community, it's awesome to see places like this as well as , Migi Cera Candles, The Fab, and Con Azucar popping up. They're like mini Instagram traps, and my 11-year-old daughter LOVES them. (She also loves pointing out that they're Instagram traps, but hey, details.) Here's a pro-tip for parking: skip the street meters and head a bit past the taqueria on 4th. Free 90-minute garage parking. Boom! Then you can hit Con Azucar for coffee, or cruise over to the Paseo for Migi Candles and The Fab. Or reverse it! Fab for lunch, ice cream for dessert - it's a choose-your-own-adventure of deliciousness. And the best part? It's budget-friendly! I've spent way more at other ice cream joints, and gotten way less joy. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable, the product is top-notch, and my daughter (who, let's be real, is a popsicle queen she'd live off them if she could) says the only thing missing is a slightly smaller popsicle size (she's not a fan of the paper tray). And speaking of missing things, where's the rewards program? I'm practically a regular! And hey, some merch with that killer logo would be amazing! Luis, if you're reading this, consider this a friendly nudge from a loyal customer (and a mom with a soft spot for her daughter's school). Keep up the amazing work and spreading the vibe. read more

Do yourself a favor...go to Campus Burgers and get yourself some well done fries. Then, go to Paleta Planeta and grab yourself a Cookie Monster milkshake. Take some of those fries, dip them into the Cookie Monster milkshake and enjoy the best thing EVER!! Lol Paleta Planeta has a huge selection of scooped ice cream and paletas. The paleta case is like a flavor rainbow! The staff is attentive and super fast! They definitely work as a team. The inside looks awesome with plenty of spots to get those selfies with your out of this world paleta! read more

Yum yum yum!!! Not only do I recommend coming here and trying out their paletas but I also recommend them for your catering needs. I had an amazing experience with their catering. Their price was reasonable and the staff was very responsive and helpful. Overall, I highly recommend! read more

Hands down the best ice cream and popsicle shop in the South Bay, The variety and innovative flavors are absolutely insane, every single one is bursting with fruity, flavorful, and creamy goodness that hits perfectly any time of year, especially in the summer. It's the perfect spot to share sweet moments with the whole family. The shop itself is bright and welcoming, with plenty of seating and a super friendly staff that makes every visit a great experience. If you haven't been yet, you're seriously missing out Paleta Planeta is a must-visit dessert destination, I love bringing my family here read more

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New Paleteria opened up in downtown. They have unique flavors, and they can add more ingredients in your paleta. From sweet chocolate to spicy tajin and chamoy. Create your own unique flavor. Place is clean and you can eat there or take it to go. They offer paletas and ice cream cones. Service is fast. read more

Paleta Planeta - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Filling popsicles, friendly staff, and great top-seller picks. Coming back for more Limon, Cookies, & Cookie Monster Popsicles! read more

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This is such a fun place to experience! You have to visit and try there paletas! They also have ice cream options as well! The service here is outstanding! And the ambiance is stellar! I brought my son and he was very excited to be there to see all the unique decor! We tried the birthday cake and cookie monster paletas! Both were very delicious . Definitely check it out! read more

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Walked here from Christmas in the park. Easy walk to get here less than 10mins. Got distracted by the ice cream flavors that we didn't even look at the paleta flavors. So many options and all look delicious. We got the Oreo cookie, bubble gum and watermelon ice cream. The small was a good size for adults and kids. Everything was sweet without being over the top sweet. Happily coming back to try out other flavors and the paletas. Also the staff and owner are super friendly and the place is clean with inside seating. read more

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Such a cool place with a great vibe and lot of interesting decor! There was a staggering amount of flavors and they looked very inviting. My friends and I tried the Paleta in Cookie Monster, Mango Coco and Coffee Horchata. Each one was unique and flavorful. The staff were very attentive and helped us make our choices. We got samples from the ice cream section and there were some tasty options for next time. read more

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We just finished a round a golf and wanted something sweet. We searched on Yelp and saw the pictures and we knew we had to check it out. Street parking was tough, so my girlfriend ran in and grabbed a Coffee horchata paleta with a white chocolate drizzle. This may have been one of the best desserts I've had in a really long time. We got one to share bc we were heading to a heavy dinner, but I really regret not getting one of my own. You can get a paleta for around $4-6, which for the quality and flavor is well worth every penny. The packaging is cool too, so it can hold the bar and catch any drippings. If I lived closer, I'd definitely be going here often. Also bonus points after I realized this was the location of the old 4th Street Pizza, where I spent many of my college nights, so happy they kept the sign for the nostalgia! Overall, if you are craving something sweet and cold, Paleta Planeta would be worth checking out. read more

it took a long time to get my ice cream scooped, the guy scooping it was absolutely STRUGGLING like it was rock hard and in the middle of scooping he crushed my cone in his other hand. he looked at it for a second wondering if it would be okay and you would think he would get a new one but no. he literally puts the scoop and hands it to me like that's fine. I was actually like wtf... my boyfriend was laughing so hard and we waited so long for the single damn scoop and a broken cone and he didn't want to wait for his. we paid for it since it was really busy and when I tried to ask him to change it other people kept walking up to ask him something. worst ice cream experience ever. and I love ice cream. save yourself the trip and go to any other family owned or local paleteria. read more

Paleta Planeta - Desserts Near Me - San Jose, California

Good selection of flavors and the paleta coming in a box tray is useful. No complaints.

I first found about Paleta Planeta accidentally while picking up cookies at an event by SAP and I was hooked! I would go after work to Zunigas restaurant in ESSJ. I'm so happy for them that they have a home now. Honestly the best paletas to ever exist. Thank u so much for creating these amazing and unique flavors. I love the sandía, matcha, ube oreo flavors. Can't go wrong with any flavor tbh. The inside is so cute and creative. It used to be 4th St Pizza. I remember those days! I parked around the corner and find street parking. Also there's a couple of garages nearby where 1st 90 mins are free. I'm so happy for this business to be here. Absolutely great addition to DTSJ. read more

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